About Jewish And Interfaith Rabbi

By Douglas Turner


Becoming a Jew is not easy and after which becomes and remains a challenge in the world because of anti Semitic sentiment and to top it all, the Israeli Palestinian conflict. Nevertheless a Jewish and Interfaith Rabbi can be consulted to answer a myriad of questions which pertain to the laws and customs that govern this religion. It is one that does not seek out converters unlike many other religions that do so.

It has to come within in and a really strong desire to take on the religion. It is not an easy process and requires dedication both in mind and spirit and especially with the practical issues that need to be addressed. Nevertheless there are those that want to by pass in becoming fully fledged Jews and just need a Rabbi to help them in the case where there is intermarriage of two differing religions.

Orthodox or religious Judaism still does not accept and it is not recognised as a total commitment by just having an interfaith wedding. One has to go through a process of becoming a Jew which can take years to accomplish. This is the way to go if looking to marry someone who is not of the faith and allowing him and her to embark on this process.

A court of Law is called a Beth Din which translates to House of Judgement. Here all the laws that govern each and every individual within this faith, are adhered to and enforced. This is especially so for laws concerning dietary laws called Kashrut. This governs laws and practices so that any food that is bought off the shelf, be it animal or other, has the Beth Din stamp of approval for consumption.

The Beth Din or House of Judgement is made up by a group of Rabbis that are there to help and assist with next to any problem. One of these are the kosher laws and businesses that produce Kosher products or sell them are scrutinized that they are following the laws in their entirety. A stamp of approval can be found on any product that bears the kosher seal of approval.

This is called a hechsher and each Beth Din the world over has its own stamp of approval. These are some of the laws that someone converting should become familiar with. It goes deeper than this as there are many other laws that rule the life of someone wanting to convert and in becoming a fully fledged Jew.

It is not an easy road and it requires a change in lifestyle. It is a beautiful and peaceful religion and it is one that is adored by all who practice it. It is a means in coming closer to the Maker of all things and it is one that teaches compassion, love, patience and contentment. When so to speak, graduating, one takes on a new soul and is incorporated as a member in the house of Israel.

Rabbis are learned. They are there to help. Find one and start the journey.




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